Airman 1st Class Cedric Eneluna dies in accident at California Space Force base
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A 23-year-old airman from North Carolina died Thursday following a heavy equipment accident at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, officials said Friday.
The airman was identified as Airman 1st Class Cedric Eneluna, a member of the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Sidewalks and Equipment Flight, according to the base’s Space Launch Delta 30 Public Affairs office.
The unit maintains critical infrastructure, including roads and airfields, that support Vandenberg’s launch, test and range operations within the U.S. Space Force, officials said. The base is responsible for launching satellites into polar orbit and conducting intercontinental ballistic missile tests.
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An official military portrait shows Airman 1st Class Cedric Eneluna in front of the American flag. (Space Launch Delta 30)
According to the base, Eneluna was using heavy equipment when he rolled down an embankment. No other personnel were injured in the incident.
“It is with deep sorrow that we share the loss of Airman 1st Class Cedric Eneluna, a member of the 30th Civil Engineer Squadron,” Vandenberg Space Force Base said in a statement. he said.
“A1C Eneluna served with honor, humility, and an unwavering devotion to his teammates and mission. His loss is felt throughout our Vandenberg family.”
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Airman 1st Class Cedric Eneluna smiles on the couch with two dogs. (Cedric Eneluna/Facebook)
The official cause of death has not yet been determined by the Santa Barbara County Coroner’s Office. Units at Vandenberg are supporting the Security Investigation Board review of the incident.
According to the base, Eneluna was from Fayetteville, North Carolina, and spent part of his childhood in the Philippines.
He enlisted in the Army on March 5, 2024, and arrived at Vandenberg in August for his first duty assignment, where he became part of the unit’s “Dirt Boyz” team, a group of pavement and heavy equipment specialists.
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Airman 1st Class Cedric Eneluna poses outdoors with two thumbs up during a march. (Cedric Eneluna/Facebook)
“During his tenure at Vandenberg, he earned the respect and admiration of those around him with his positive attitude, tireless work ethic, and willingness to help others,” the base said. he said.
“He left a lasting impression on his teammates through his character, dedication and genuine concern for others,” U.S. Space Force Col. James T. Horne III, commander of Space Launch Delta 30 and Vandenberg Space Force Base, said in a statement.
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Eneluna’s squadron commander added that the young soldier exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding Airman.
“He brought out the best in everyone,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Seth Poulsen, 30th CES commander. “He was always ready to work, always willing to help, and always had a positive attitude. He truly embodied what it means to be an Airman.”
